Shreyanka Patil delivered a match-defining performance as Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women registered their third consecutive win in the Women’s Premier League, defeating Gujarat Giants Women by 32 runs at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Patil’s five-wicket haul proved decisive as RCB continued their strong early-season momentum.
Match context and RCB’s batting effort
Batting first, RCB posted a competitive total of 182 for 7 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by crucial contributions in the middle order, allowing RCB to recover from early wickets and maintain a strong scoring rate through the death overs. The total put immediate pressure on the Gujarat Giants, who were chasing their first win of the season.
Shreyanka Patil’s game-changing spell
The turning point of the match came during Gujarat’s chase when Shreyanka Patil ripped through the batting line-up with a superb spell of off-spin. She finished with outstanding figures of 5 for 23, consistently breaking partnerships and denying the Giants any sustained momentum.
Patil dismissed key batters across phases, ensuring Gujarat never truly settled in the chase. Her control, variation, and calm under pressure highlighted her growing maturity at the WPL level.
The winning moment
The final wicket fell in the 19th over when Shreyanka Patil took the wicket of Renuka Singh, sealing RCB’s victory and triggering celebrations in the dugout. Gujarat Giants were bowled out for 150 in 18.5 overs, falling well short of the target despite brief resistance in the middle overs.
RCB’s winning run continues
The victory marked RCB’s third win on the bounce in the tournament, pushing them to the top of the WPL points table. Having already beaten Mumbai Indians and UP Warriorz earlier in the season, the Bengaluru side has showcased strong balance with both bat and ball.
Shreyanka Patil’s five-wicket haul now stands out as one of the best bowling performances of the season so far, underlining RCB’s intent as serious title contenders in WPL 2026.
